Sketch development

Once I settled on the idea of a curved form in three sections, I explored a number of interpretations, including versions that changed shape or flexed more dramatically. In the end, I decided to keep the function simple because it allowed more room for inventive play.

Prototype

I created a half-scale prototype to explore materials, test the support structure, and help refine the final form. It is made from a medium-density foam supported internally by curved metal rods, which provide a rigid structure but can flex slightly when weight is applied to the seat.